Dean Street Works is a modern student accommodation in Bristol operated by Prestige Student Living, located at 13-19 Dean Street, St. Paul’s, Bristol BS2 8SF, just 200 meters from Cabot Circus shopping and leisure center. It offers both en-suite rooms in shared flats and fully self-contained studios, giving students a choice between sociable and independent living. The property is a short walk to BIMM Bristol (around 6-8 minutes), with the University of Bristol and University of Law Bristol both within a roughly 25-minute walk and a metrobus link to UWE. Prices start from around £239 per week, all bills included.
The standout is value-for-amenity: Dean Street Works is consistently priced below the Bristol average while offering a strong amenity stack including a cinema room, games room, and landscaped courtyard. This guide covers the rooms, the location, the value positioning, and who it suits.
Dean Street Works at a glance
| Feature | Detail |
| Operator | Prestige Student Living |
| Address | 13-19 Dean Street, St Paul’s, Bristol BS2 8SF |
| Room types | En-suite rooms (13 sqm) in shared flats and self-contained studios (15-16 sqm) |
| Price from | Around £239 per week, all-inclusive |
| Distance to BIMM Bristol | About 6-8 minute walk |
| Distance to University of Bristol | About 22-25 minute walk |
| Distance to University of Law Bristol | Under 25-minute walk |
| Distance to UWE Bristol | About 20-minute metrobus ride |
| Distance to Cabot Circus | 200 metres |
| Amenities | Cinema room, games room, communal lounge, study area, landscaped courtyard, laundry, lifts |
| Wi-Fi | Up to 200Mbps |
| Bills | All-inclusive, contents insurance included |
The value positioning
A genuine differentiator for Dean Street Works: aggregator data has consistently shown it priced well below the Bristol average, with one source noting it around 35% below the city average. From around £239 per week, it offers a lower entry point than most central Bristol PBSA while still including a full amenity stack. For budget-conscious students who do not want to sacrifice amenities or sign up for a basic no-frills building, this combination is the property’s core appeal.
The value is not at the expense of facilities. Dean Street Works includes a cinema room, games room, communal lounge with designated study area, a landscaped courtyard, laundry, fast Wi-Fi up to 200Mbps, and lifts (genuinely useful for moving in and carrying shopping). The trade-off is location: it is further from the University of Bristol main precinct than the central towers, which is exactly why the price is lower.

Rooms at Dean Street Works
Two main formats:
En-suite rooms are around 13 sqm, with a small double bed, wardrobe, study space, private en-suite bathroom, and access to a shared living room and kitchen with flatmates. The sociable, more affordable route.
Self-contained studios are around 15-16 sqm, with a small double bed, wardrobe, study space, en-suite bathroom, a private dining space or breakfast bar, and a fully fitted kitchenette. The independent option.
All rooms are fully furnished with all utility bills and contents insurance included. The lockable bedrooms, on-site maintenance team, CCTV, and on-site security cover the practical and safety basics.
The location: St Paul’s and Cabot Circus
The Dean Street address (BS2 8SF) places the property in St. Paul’s, on the north-eastern edge of the city center, with its defining feature being proximity to Cabot Circus:
- Cabot Circus shopping and leisure centre is just 200 metres away, with restaurants, shops and a cinema
- BIMM Bristol is about a 6-8 minute walk, good for music students
- University of Bristol is roughly a 22-25 minute walk
- University of Law Bristol is under a 25-minute walk
- UWE Bristol is about a 20-minute metrobus ride
- Bristol Temple Meads station is about a 23-minute walk
- Lawrence Hill station and bus links are nearby
The location suits students who value being next to Cabot Circus and the city’s shopping and leisure and who are happy with a slightly longer walk or quick bus to campus in exchange for the lower rent.
Who Dean Street Works suits:
Strong fit: budget-conscious students who still want a full amenity stack; BIMM Bristol music students (6-8 minute walk); students who value being 200 meters from Cabot Circus; those happy to trade a longer campus walk for lower rent; students wanting a choice of en-suite or studio.
Weaker fit: students who need to be a short walk from the University of Bristol main precinct; those who want a premium central-tower address; students who prioritize being closest to campus over price.
How to book Dean Street Works
- Browse en-suite and studio options via Prestige Student Living or verified aggregators
- Confirm current pricing and any cashback offers for your room and tenancy
- Arrange your guarantor or payment plan
- Note the cooling-off cancellation period (often around 7 days; confirm specifics)
- Submit your council tax exemption certificate once enrolled
FAQs
What is Dean Street Works Bristol?
Dean Street Works is a modern student accommodation in Bristol by Prestige Student Living at 13-19 Dean Street, St. Paul’s BS2 8SF, just 200 meters from Cabot Circus. It offers en-suite rooms and self-contained studios from around £239 per week, all bills included.
How much is Dean Street Works?
Rooms start from around £239 per week, all-inclusive of bills, with studios ranging higher. Aggregator data has noted it priced well below the Bristol average. Prices are time-sensitive; confirm current rates at booking.
Which universities is Dean Street Works near?
BIMM Bristol is about a 6-8 minute walk; the University of Bristol, roughly 22-25 minutes; the University of Law Bristol, under 25 minutes; and UWE Bristol, about a 20-minute metrobus ride.
What room types does Dean Street Works offer?
En-suite rooms of around 13 sqm in shared flats and self-contained studios of around 15-16 sqm with private kitchenettes. All rooms are fully furnished with all bills and contents insurance included.
What amenities does Dean Street Works have?
A cinema room, games room, communal lounge with study area, a landscaped courtyard, on-site laundry, lifts, and fast Wi-Fi up to 200 Mbps. CCTV and on-site security and maintenance are also provided.
Is Dean Street Works good value?
Yes. Dean Street Works is consistently priced below the Bristol average while still including a full amenity stack, making it one of the better value student accommodation options in Bristol for students happy with a slightly longer commute.


